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Water Filter for the Maytag MFT2776FEZ (EDR2RXD2)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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Every cartridge that fits this model — pulled live from the catalogue:
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MFT2776FEZ specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the MFT2776FEZ, the cartridge top-left of the fresh-food compartment in most French-door layouts, away from the door bins, the same estate every French-door refrigerator in this family uses. It is a twist-lock bay: one twist to release, one to lock; between them you are holding the entire service procedure.
Owners of the MFT2776FEZ report the same friction points: the line is still live when you open the bay, so keep a towel in reach, and expect the filter-status light to need a reset before it believes the new cartridge. Decode the plate and the parts question answers itself: MFT on this badge family usually means French-door stock, which is why fit charts list cartridges by chassis code first. Finish letter sets like EZ never alter the bay; the EDR2RXD2 line fits the whole set.
MFT vs MSD — what the prefix tells you
Know your MFT from your MSD and the cartridge question halves: split by cabinet mission (French-door versus side-by-side), joined by cartridge line — that is the MFT/MSD story. Model years 2016-2020 — the manufacturer-stated window for the MFT2776FEZ, per the official efficiency listing.
Swap it in 5 minutes
- Twist the old cartridge a quarter turn counterclockwise and pull it straight down — keep a towel in reach for the dribble.
- Fill the new cartridge with cold tap water so the chamber is not fighting an air pocket.
- Offer the new cartridge to the bay, push up, and twist a quarter turn clockwise until the stop catches.
- Run two gallons through the dispenser to flush carbon fines, then hold the filter-reset control until the status light clears.
What this filter takes out of your water
| What it targets | Standard that covers it |
|---|---|
| Chlorine taste & odor | NSF/ANSI 42 — aesthetic effects |
| Particulates, Class I | NSF/ANSI 42 — fine sediment |
| Lead | NSF/ANSI 53 — health effects |
| Cysts (cryptosporidium, giardia) | NSF/ANSI 53 — microbial |
| PFOA & PFOS | NSF/ANSI 53 (P473) — varies by cartridge |
Coverage above lists what the standard addresses, not a performance claim for any specific cartridge — removal claims vary by certificate, so check the NSF listing for the exact part number you are buying.
MFT2776FEZ filter questions
Clearing the filter status light on a Maytag MFT2776FEZ?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the MFT2776FEZ manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
Running the MFT2776FEZ with an empty filter bay — does it need a cap?
The bay self-seals: with no cartridge the MFT2776FEZ still dispenses, just unfiltered. No bypass plug exists for this line.
Are off-brand filters safe for a Maytag refrigerator?
Certified aftermarket cartridges are built to the same NSF test standards as the OEM part, and federal warranty law (Magnuson-Moss) protects your coverage when you use them.
Why is the OEM EDR2RXD2 cartridge so much more expensive?
Part of the OEM price is the badge and the distribution chain. Certified alternatives meet the same test standards at a lower unit price, especially in multi-packs.
How often should I replace the filter in my MFT2776FEZ?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR2RXD2 class cartridges all share that service interval.
Do I need to turn off the water supply to change it?
No — the bay is designed for a live swap. Expect a small dribble, keep a towel in reach, and flush a couple of gallons through the new cartridge before the first glass.
Every filter that fits your fridge
| Cartridge | OEM EDR2RXD2 | RECOMMENDEDEDR2RXD1 Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $17.99 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → |
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